The Spotlight

On the final episode of 2025, Takee had a chat with Lucinda from Displaced Records, who joined him remotely all the way from France on her 22nd birthday!

Listen and find out all about Lucinda’s incredible journey, how displaced records came to be, and maybe even a sneak peak of Takee playing 22 to celebrate Lucinda's birthday.

Lucinda Drabsch is an alt pop musician based in Naarm/Melbourne and most known as the founder of the...

On the second episode of the 2025/26 summer seasonal, Takee sat down with Atlanta-based indie artist Varun Sheel to discuss all things music, and his newly founded project: The Elephant Room.

Varun Sheel is a boston native with rich indian roots, and is also the founder and CEO the Elephant Room. He grew up in a musically rich household, influenced by both Western and Bollywood music. His father, a classical Hindustani vocalist, be...

On the very first episode of the 2025/26 summer seasonal, Takee sat down with Dr. John Martin Cass of JMC Academy, to discuss all things to do with creative education, his journey that led to the success of the institution and how they continue to empower emerging artists and creatives.

Martin founded JMC Academy in 1982 and has remained staunchly dedicated to lifting the quality of education and training in the Creative Industries...

On the final episode of season 4, 2025, Takee and Arie Rose has a lovely chat about her music and whats to come. 

In 2025, Arie brings you flutes and choirs like you’ve never heard them before in hard rock and metal, releasing a series of songs paired with short films baring the struggles of living with disability and chronic illness, including the hidden struggles that others rarely see. In her debut album, In Sickness ...

Keanu joined Takee live and in the studio on SYN 90.7 FM to talk all about his music and creative journey so far. 

Keanu Askar is an emerging artist whose music blends vulnerability, melody, and modern production into a sound that feels both global and deeply personal. Drawing from hip-hop, rap, and contemporary pop influences, he creates songs that explore emotion with honesty and intent.
Influenced by artists like The Kid...

Takee sat down with Nathaniel, Rocco and Brandon from MONROE live on the airwaves!

Tune in to find out more about them and hear some live renditions of their originals. Stream their new single ‘Bad Bitch (You Can’t Kill Me)’ which is OUT NOW on all streaming platforms!!

It truly is an an anthem of empowerment and self-expression inspired by the iconic Vine. After hitting #1 on the AMRAP charts with &lsqu...

Takee was lucky enough to sit down with Rennie Pearson to talk all about his music and journey so far!

Rennie Pearson’s music is deeply rooted in the Celtic traditions of Ireland, Scotland, and Maritime Canada, blending centuries-old melodies with fresh energy and artistry. Whether he’s performing on the wooden flute, guitar, Irish tin whistles, bodhrán, fiddle, or with his voice, his music takes audi...

Takee was lucky enough to sit down with Minhy to dive deep into her journey, music and upcoming gigs!

Minhy (Mini)  is a Naarm-based songwriter and designer who creates immersive worlds through her award winning visuals, eloquent lyrics and laidback style of pop-R&B. With a background in automotive design, music has become her vehicle to express and tell her story.

She has performed at festivals including Brunswick Music F...

Takee was joined by Ash, Sam & Kath from The Clever References to talk all about their music and upcoming gigs. 

The band consists of five members: Ash, Janset, Kath, Sam and Vidusha, who are queer, chaotic, and dangerously catchy. They make smart, loud, slightly unhinged indie rock with hooks for days and the occasional flute solo. Their lyrics name-drop Jane Austen and Magic: The Gathering in the same breath, and somehow...

Takee's joined by Adam Mendum, a Melbourne-based singer-songwriter whose intricate fingerstyle guitar work and heartfelt storytelling create a deeply intimate folk sound to talk all things music. Inspired by artists like Gregory Alan Isakov and Hozier, Adam began crafting his songs in 2024, drawing from personal experiences with honesty and warmth to invite listeners into his world. On the back of a successful f...

Takee welcomes Floyd Graham to the studio to talk all things to do with music and creativity, as well as Casual Interplay; a Jam night he and his band 'Origami Jazz Fight' are putting on at the B.East in Brunswick on October 24th at 8:30 pm.

Floyd is a visual artist and multi-instrumentalist from New South Wales, Australia. Gifted an electric guitar at just five years old, Floyd’s early spark for music grew into a lifelo...

Janine Maunder from Naked Raven joins Takee in the studio to talk about her music, creative journey, and upcoming show at Kew Courthouse on Friday, 24th October! Known for their raw energy, intricate melodies, and electrifying live performances, this trio blends indie, rock, and soulful storytelling into a sound that’s uniquely their own.

Whether it’s soaring choruses, compelling lyrics, or infectious grooves, this...

Josh and Victor; two incredible facilitators of The Gentlemen’s Choir joined Takee to share more about their journey, the power of song in men’s work, and what it means to build brotherhood through music.

The gentlemen's choir was originally founded to learn the art of singing, but has now evolved into something far beyond music. It’s a space where men come together each week not only to explore rhythm, harmony, t...

Alexis joins Takee to dive into her musical journey and what’s next on the horizon.

nown for her compelling songwriting and heartfelt performances, Alexis draws inspiration from a diverse range of artists—from Jewel and Gordi to Lady Gaga, London Grammar, and Florence, with a touch of Missy Higgins.

Whether collaborating with fellow musicians or lending her voice to the EDM world on tracks like Follow Me And Dream ...

Takee was honoured to sit down with fellow Peruvian busker & musician Marlan Castro Palomino and listen to him serenade the airwaves with some live performances, yap about music together and even play a spontaneous song at the very end! 

Marlan is a Peruvian singer and songwriter, now making his home in Australia. With a deep love for Latin music and contemporary sounds, Marlan fuses traditional rhythms with modern melodie...

Takee was very lucky to sit down with Sharaz Cavernet, a remarkable blind artist whose creativity knows no bounds. Sharaz transforms sound and emotion into art, proving that vision comes in many forms. From navigating the world without sight to painting vivid pictures through their work, Sharaz’s story is one of resilience, imagination, and heart.

Sharaz transforms sound and emotion into art, proving that vision comes in many...

Takee sat down with  Laura Lazzara, Hayley Austen & Jordan Higgins from Australian alt-pop band nightlight, to talk all about their music, creative journey and more.

Blending shimmering synths, glitchy textures, hard-hitting bass and metalcore energy, nightlight’s music is bold, emotional, and impossible to ignore. With cinematic production, powerful vocals, and fearless experimentation, they are redefining what it m...

Takee was very privileged to have a chat with Mila & Lucas live and in the studio at SYN.

Mila + Lucas are an indie dream-folk duo based in Naarm/Melbourne. By blending elements of folk and pop, the duo have crafted a unique sound that evokes both passion and peace. With intricate guitar parts and story-driven lyrics, their music invites listeners into a slow-burning world of feeling.

Though the duo have been busy working on th...